About the Project
If you’re hesitant to mix materials and colors for fear of creating a space that feels too busy, this kitchen is proof that thoughtful layering can result in a warm, rich, and beautifully cohesive environment. The custom cabinetry is a striking combination of frameless full overlay and flush inset construction, with a mix of Shaker and slab-style doors. Most of the perimeter cabinetry is crafted from lightly stained rift cut white oak, while the island and paneled backsplashes are painted in Farrow & Ball’s “School House White,” offering a soft contrast. The built-in hutch introduces a gentle, pale blue-gray with Farrow & Ball’s “Pigeon,” adding another subtle layer of color and texture.
Elegant Kitchen Details: Mixed Metals, Marble, and Custom Craftsmanship
Hardware selections are equally considered: two styles of Honey Bronze hardware are mixed throughout the space, complemented by simple polished nickel knobs on the hutch. Open shelves in the hutch are also rift cut oak, detailed with elegant brass gallery rails. Polished nickel faucets coordinate with the hutch hardware, and the aged iron pendant above the island adds a grounding, vintage-inspired touch.
Even the countertops bring variety—“Bianco Extra” marble appears on the sink wall, cooking nook, and hutch, with thoughtful variations in thickness and edge profiles: 2-inch slabs with waterfall ends at the sink, standard overhangs at the rangetop, and a thinner slab with ogee edging at the hutch. In contrast, the island features a bold 2-inch honed and leathered “Jet Mist” granite top, creating depth and drama at the center of the space this luxury kitchen design.
Additional custom cabinetry details elevate the design even further. The vent hood features a charming scalloped edge and is wrapped in oak, tying back to the cabinetry. Slender furniture-style legs give the hutch a light, elegant presence, while 4-inch brass cuffs on the square island legs add just the right amount of sparkle and sophistication. Every element in this kitchen speaks to intentionality—proving that a well-balanced mix of styles, finishes, and materials can be anything but chaotic.
This project was designed in collaboration with Andy Toth and Leitenberger Design Group. Photography by Julia D’Agostino. Click here to read the article featured in Westchester Home Magazine.